OL Business Data & Cyber Security (M)

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
BUSI 5089
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Course ID
203196
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Business Data & Cyber Security will prepare future professionals for negotiating the constantly changing use of data and information in a business world that requires constant cybersecurity awareness and vigilance. Value and vulnerability of business data for decision making and problem solving are a core focus. Information and cyber security awareness and methods are embedded throughout. Graduates of this course will have the skills required to apply cyber secure practices to their use of business data; analyse and communicate business information needs.

Course learning outcomes

  • Articulate the different roles of data, information and knowledge in business and management.
  • Determine data and security needs to address specific business problems
  • Identify and communicate appropriate quality sources and resources to address the determined needs
  • Identify common cyber-attack vectors and the human factors that render them effective or ineffective.
  • Articulate the impacts of differing practices and legal and ethical issues around data, information and cyber security in personal, organisational, and international contexts.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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